Freshman Nate Frazier ran for a 2-point conversion in the eighth overtime to secure a 44-42 victory for No. 6 Georgia over Georgia Tech. Despite a halftime deficit of 17-0, Georgia rallied back with quarterback Carson Beck throwing five touchdown passes, two of them in overtime, to ultimately win a game they never led until after regulation. Georgia Tech, led by Haynes King, scored multiple touchdowns but ultimately fell short against the Bulldogs.
The game was the longest in SEC history and one overtime short of the overall FBS record. The back-and-forth nature of the game saw both teams exchanging matching touchdown passes and conventional extra points in overtime before moving on to 2-point conversion attempts. After several overtime periods where both teams converted their 2-point tries, Frazier finally sealed the Bulldogs’ victory with a 2-point conversion run in the eighth overtime.
The win potentially secures a spot in the College Football Playoff for Georgia, regardless of their performance in the upcoming SEC championship game. The game showcased the resilience and determination of both teams, with Georgia staging an improbable comeback while Georgia Tech put up a strong fight until the very end. Ultimately, Frazier’s game-winning 2-point conversion in the eighth overtime sealed the victory for Georgia in a marathon match that will be remembered for its thrilling conclusion.
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